Exuberance

Arin Sarkissian, flute; Monica Pfau, piano; Brian Yoon, cello  Sunday, January 11 at 2:00 pm VENUE: Sylvan United Church, 985 Shawnigan/Mill Bay Road, Mill Bay Please note that this concert starts at 2:00 Victoria-based musicians Sarkissian, Yoon, and Pfau join forces to present Nikolai Kapustin’s Trio, an exhilarating fusion of classical form and jazz-infused brilliance, … Continue reading Exuberance

¡España!

“A level of virtuosity not often heard”….“Astonishing synchronicity “….“We were transported to a different world.“ These are some of the remarks heard after yesterday’s program of Spanish music by Domagoj Ivanovic and Noel McRobbie.Live classical music at its best, performed by top-notch artists, and deeply appreciated by a warm, attentive audience. Our heartfelt thanks to … Continue reading ¡España!

¡España!

Domagoj Ivanović, violin; Noel McRobbie, piano  Sunday, December 7 at 2:30 pm VENUE: St Michael & All Angels Anglican Church, Chemainus Please note that this concert starts at 2:30 Audience favourites Noel McRobbie and Domagoj Ivanović return with vibrant, passionate music from the Iberian Peninsula. Their program will feature Spanish composers Manuel de Falla, Joaquín … Continue reading ¡España!

Songs of Consolation for our Distracted Time

Music for reflection and consolation - starting with early English keyboard works, moving onto French music from the 18th and 19th centuries, and culminating in the profound B flat major Sonata, D960, by Franz Schubert Thank you to pianist Bruce Vogt who performed this beautifully curated program, and to the lovely and gracious audience who … Continue reading Songs of Consolation for our Distracted Time

Songs of Consolation for our Distracted Time

Bruce Vogt, piano Sunday, November 2 at 2:30 pm Please note that this concert starts at 2:30 “Now, as we find ourselves in a time of confusion, chaos and bitter enmity throughout the world, it seems all the more important to listen to music together.” ~ Bruce Vogt. It can be consoling to remind ourselves … Continue reading Songs of Consolation for our Distracted Time

Once upon a Harp

Harpist extraordinaire Josh Layne gave a beautiful concert on Sunday May 4th! Our very appreciative audience was treated to stories and legends told through original compositions as well as Josh’s arrangements of well-known classics, and had the opportunity to learn more about his unique instrument after the performance. Thank you to all who attended - … Continue reading Once upon a Harp

All the world’s a stage

Today was a very special day at Chemainus Classical Concerts. We hosted an extraordinary young Ukrainian pianist, Sasha Luchkov, in a sold out concert that left the audience in awe of his brilliant technique and mature interpretations. The performance was followed by a reception to celebrate the 20th anniversary of CCC - more photos to … Continue reading All the world’s a stage

A Sunday of Sonatas

Kevin Ayesh, piano Sunday, March 9 at 2pm Not many pianists can say that they’ve performed in all 50 states of the USA, playing as many as 50 recitals per season! Dr. Kevin Ayesh maintains a busy schedule as performer, clinician, and adjudicator, and is the recipient of a long list of prizes and awards. … Continue reading A Sunday of Sonatas